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Jemima Kirke said there was a special atmosphere on set when they were all acting together.
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"It is a responsibility but it's also such a privilege," she added. Speaking to RTÉ Entertainment, Alison Oliver, who was a huge fans of the novel before signing on, said she they all wanted to "really wanted to honour the book and do it justice".
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#Conversations with friends cast tv
While there are some minor storyline differences, the TV adaptation remains largely faithful to Rooney's subtle, emotionally charged book and brings the characters to life beautifully. Manage Preferences What can viewers expect? Please review their details and accept them to load the content. We need your consent to load this comcast-player content We use comcast-player to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Watch our interview with Joe Alwyn and Alison Oliver below. The Young Offenders star Alex Murphy has a smaller but notable role as Philip, a close friend of Frances and Bobbi's, while Smother actress Justine Mitchell and Derry Girls star Tommy Tiernan play Frances' parents. Alison Oliver and Sasha Lane as Frances and Bobbi Texan American Honey actress Sasha Lane is captivating as Bobbi, while British-American Girls star Jemima Kirke rounds off the leading cast as Melissa. Alwyn, who is in a relationship with pop megastar Taylor Swift, is previously best known for roles in The Favourite, Harriet and Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk. She stars alongside well-known British actor Joe Alwyn as Frances' love interest Nick. The 24-year-old graduated from Dublin's Lir National Academy of Dramatic Art in 2020 and landed the coveted role just shortly afterwards. There are four main leads in Conversation with Friends, but the show undoubtedly hinges on Cork newcomer Alison Oliver's assured, nuanced portrayal of Frances, which marks her on-screen debut. L-R Jemima Kirke, Sasha Lane, Alison Oliver and Joe Alwyn in Conversations with Friends Who is starring in it? Their lives become significantly knottier when they become involved with an older married couple, successful writer Melissa (Jemima Kirke) and her actor husband Nick (Joe Alwyn). It examines the complicated, constantly changing state of relations between 21-year-old Trinity College student Frances (Alison Oliver) and her best friend and former girlfriend Bobbi (Sasha Lane). While Normal People charted the fraught first love of a young couple, Conversations with Friends wades into muddier waters. Find out everything you need to know about the show here.
#Conversations with friends cast series
The eagerly-anticipated drama series Conversation with Friends, from the producers of global hit Normal People, will come to RTÉ One and RTÉ Player on Wednesday 18 May at 9.35pm.